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Prepare for the interview you will actually face
Every medical school interviews differently. If you are applying to Lancaster, your preparation should reflect the interview you will face.Our Lancaster Medical School interview course brings your preparation together. Spend a day with current Lancaster medical students who have successfully been through the interview, refine your approach and practise answering questions out loud.
- One focused day
- Live online on Google Meet
- £150 per person
A course for applicants ready to practise
This course is for applicants to Lancaster Medical School who want more practice, specific feedback and confidence answering questions out loud.You do not need polished answers before you arrive. The day is there to help you develop them.
What you will get from the day
Teaching focused on Lancaster
Understand what to expect from the Lancaster interview and how to approach it. Your tutors will explain the format, work through examples and answer your questions, drawing on current published guidance and their own experience.
Interview practice with students who have been there
Practise explaining your thinking, choosing examples and responding when a question makes you pause. Your mocks are assessed by current Lancaster medical students who know what it is like to be in your position.
Feedback you can put into practice
Your tutors will help you identify what is working and where your answers need attention. That might mean a clearer opening, more reflection on an experience or a more concise explanation of your reasoning.
Leave with a clearer idea of your strengths and what to work on before interview day.
A chance to learn from other applicants
Watching other applicants and hearing their feedback helps you spot what makes an answer clear and where it loses focus. You may recognise habits in your own answers and find ways to improve them.
Live online on Google Meet | £150 per person
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How the day works
Morning: teaching and worked examples
Explore how to explain your motivation for medicine, reflect on your experiences and approach questions relevant to Lancaster.
Afternoon: mocks and feedback
Put the teaching into practice through tutor-assessed mocks, personal feedback and observation.
Closing questions
Ask any remaining questions and plan your next steps. Breaks and lunch are built into the day.
The live course gives you the frameworks, the core topics and the confidence to handle any interview. To go further, book a 1:1 mentoring session with a current medical student from Lancaster. They sat the same interview recently, so they can run realistic mock stations in the Lancaster format, use the same timings, and give you honest, personal feedback on exactly what to improve. Mentoring is new to Medibuddy, and we're adding new mentors and medical schools all the time. Sessions are booked separately from the live course and run on video at a time that suits you. You can start before the course, use them afterwards to practise what you've learned, or save them for a final mock just before your interview.
Lancaster medicine interview questions and format
Lancaster’s medicine interviews for 2027 entry will take place online via Microsoft Teams, using a multiple mini interview (MMI) format, usually in January and February. Some stations involve a short interview, while at others you may read a paragraph or watch a video clip, make notes and discuss it at a later station. Your interview invitation will confirm the format and timings, and Lancaster sends detailed information one week before your interview.
Lancaster ranks applicants by their MMI scores, and some stations may assess your communication or group work skills. Your preparation could cover your reasons for choosing medicine, what you have learnt from your work experience, your suitability for a medical career and how you work with others.
How to prepare for your Lancaster medicine interview
Get to know Lancaster and prepare your examples
Think about why you want to study medicine at Lancaster and what appeals to you about its active learning in small groups, case-based learning and early contact with simulated patients, with placements from the second year. Reflect on what your experiences have taught you about motivation, compassion, respect for patients and working well with peers. You do not need polished answers yet, but having examples to draw on gives you a useful starting point.
Put your preparation into practice on our live interview course
Spend a day with current Lancaster medical students who have successfully been through the interview. Your tutors will work through examples before you practise answering questions out loud in mock interviews. You will receive personal feedback and learn from watching other applicants and hearing their feedback.Leave with a clearer idea of what to work on, whether that is choosing stronger examples, explaining what you learnt or making your answers more concise.
Book a mentor session for additional 1:1 practice
If you would like more individual support, book a mentoring session with a current Lancaster medical student. Use the time for mock interview practice and personal feedback on the areas you want to improve. Mentoring sessions are booked and paid for separately; they are not included in the live interview course.
Common questions about the Lancaster interview course
Will I practise the exact questions Lancaster will ask?
We use practice questions and scenarios to help you develop your approach. These draw on current published guidance and our tutors' experience, rather than a promise of the exact questions you will be asked.
Is this an official Lancaster University course?
No. This is an independent Medibuddy course, not run or endorsed by Lancaster University.
Should I prepare before attending?
Think about why you want to study medicine, what you have learnt from your experiences and why you are applying to Lancaster. Read the university's interview information too. You do not need to memorise answers.
What if I am nervous about practising in front of others?
That is a common reason to attend. You will practise with other applicants and supportive tutors, giving you a chance to work through the nerves before interview day.
Where does the course take place?
The whole course runs live online on Google Meet, so you can join from home. After booking you will get a Google Calendar invite with the Meet link and a confirmation email. Join with the email address you booked with.
Can I attend if I am under 18?
Yes. The course is designed for applicants to Lancaster Medical School, including those under 18.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for a full refund with at least 48 hours' notice before the course starts. To cancel or ask a question, email info@medibuddy.co.uk.
How do I request reasonable adjustments for my Lancaster MMI?
If you have an evidenced health condition or disability, Lancaster will ask you to declare it and provide supporting evidence, such as a medical letter, when you are invited to interview. The deadline is usually in the first week of January, and Lancaster may not be able to make adjustments if you miss it.
What if I am unwell on the day of my Lancaster interview?
Lancaster advises that you should not attend if you are unwell or a serious incident is likely to affect your performance. If you let the school know, it will try to rearrange your interview, although this cannot be guaranteed, and it cannot take circumstances into account after you have attended.
Ready to practise for your Lancaster interview?
Choose your course date and give yourself time to put the feedback into practice before your interview.